Share the best baby advice you’ve been given with ASDA Little Angels for the chance to win a £300 voucher! NOW CLOSED

[EmmaMumsnet]

Having your first child can be a daunting time, causing you to ask yourself ‘Am I doing this right?’ multiple times a day. And with the constant stream of parenting tips from all and sundry, it can be hard to know who and what to listen to. ASDA Little Angels would like to know what the one piece of baby advice someone gave you was that really cut through the noise and made a difference.

Here’s what ASDA Little Angels has to say: "We all know you can get great advice online from the likes of Mumsnet or our own Baby & Toddler Club; but sometimes that one thing that makes your life easier can come from the most unexpected source. We’d love to hear yours!"

Did someone show you a handy trick to make nappy changes hassle-free or tell you the must have essentials for your nappy bag? Maybe you were given golden advice on how to still feel like yourself whilst caring for baby? Or perhaps you were told tips on how to get your baby to sleep through the night?

Whether you were enlightened by the numerous uses for wet wipes or told a never-fail trick to soothe your baby, please share it below and you will be entered into the prize draw where one Mumsnetter will win a £300 voucher of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!

MNHQ

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[tallandlong]

make some time for yourself, it will help with your sanity!!!!

[alibabbaskeggy]

talking to others about being a parent. this was the best advice because sometimes you think its only you having a tough time and actually everyone is pretty much winging it

[andywedge]

Trust your own instincts

[lovemyflipflops]

yes it's tiring, yes it is emotional, yes it is life changing, the best advise I have been given is to don't worry about the little things - so who cares if there is some washing up to do, the carpet needs hoovering, you have put your jumper on inside out, it is the most rewarding few months of your life, enjoy it sleep when he sleeps before you know it you will be waving them off at the school gates.

[Elizasmum02]

my nans words of wisdom were to make kiddies a cup of lavender tea before bed from 1 12 onwards, all 7 of them drink it and i find it helps them relax before bed

[Ganne1]

I have never trusted advice from others regarding my babies. Each baby is different, and you have to tailor your lives to their needs and, especially, their wants. Treat them like real people, don't show fear when you see spiders, et cetera, and don't patronise them (for instance, don't always let them win games, so that they always expect to win and throw tantrums at friends' houses).

[amyhalliday1]

Keep spare clothes for you and baby!

[mooota1514]

Just do what you need to do to get by and don't worry that your baby will be doing something 'forever' - everything is a phase and everything changes eventually.

[vj32]

The best advice was just to not stress the small things like a messy house and enjoy the time as they grow so fast. Practically the fact that sunlight gets stains out of clothes is amazing!

[sm2012]

Best advice given to me was that your children grow up so fast don't worry about keeping the house etc perfect and enjoy them while you can :)

[IonaAilidh11]

dont worry what other parents claim to say is right

[footdust]

Rest when baby sleeps. The housework will wait.

[mo3733]

i found trust your instincts with babies. you can recognise a hungry cry from a poorly cry.

[shellywkd]

Always make sure you have plenty of wipes. My oldest teenage daughter still uses them for multiple things to this day. Your baby will let you know when they need a change just trust your instincts.

[janeyf1]

To keep life as hassle free as possible by using disposable nappies and baby talc. Life is stressful enough

[hiddenmichelle]

you do not need a fancy dresser - the floor is the easiest and safest!

[Cailin7]

my grandmother showed me to change nappies always on my knee. it sounds strange but I found it easier. she also advised not to bother with all that specialist baby equipment like baby bath and changing bags etc as they are an unnecessary waste of money. And mild soap and water only for cleaning. she also had a family recipe for colic relief and another for sore gums which worked great. so much advice, my grandmother was a children's nurse, so I trusted her and was grateful for all help

[Didiusfalco]

This may seem obvious but my sil told me that if the baby is just wet at night and not dirty, then don’t worry about using a wipe to clean the baby - you’ll only wake them up with the damp/cold, just swap the nappy and give them a wash in the morning when you’re all actually supposed to be awake!

[lizd31]

I learned the hard way, don't change the baby near the nappy bucket on a cream carpet!!! Result a green carpet.

[pinkjjf27]

take time to bond and get to know your baby don't let others tell you what your baby should or shouldn't be doing. Your baby wont judge you so don't let others do it.

[Ikabod]

My Dad’s advice was “the baby doesn’t read the manual”. My sister told me how stressed she got by reading lots of different baby books, alll giving conflicting advice. So I didn’t bother with baby books.

[ImADingleDangleScarecrow]

Best advice? To ignore the majority of unwanted advice given.

[ChocolateCake1]

When your baby sleeps don't worry about making noise such as vacuuming as your baby will get used to this and won't wake. This will give you some opportunity to catch up on housework or even have a little nap yourself!

[Blizy]

Use your instincts and nod and smile to any unwanted advice!

[ThemisA]

If your baby is fussing try whispering in his ear. S/he will be so interested in hearing what you have to say that they might just forget to cry.

If you have a fussy baby who cries a lot it is not a reflection of your parenting, some babies just need a lot more attention for whatever reason.